Bachelor of Networking and Internet of Things

The Bachelor of Networking and Internet of Things at the Sydney Institute of Technology and Engineering is a three-year degree that sits at the intersection of two fields that employers keep asking for together: computer networking and connected devices. You will study how data moves across a network, how devices talk to each other, and how to keep both secure. The course is built around the kind of work that happens in Australian data centres, smart buildings, transport systems and industrial sites.

What you will study

The degree is structured as a standard Australian bachelor's degree: three years full-time, usually split into two semesters or trimesters per year, with eight units of study per year. Each unit carries credit points, and you need to complete the required number of credit points to graduate. The first year covers the fundamentals: programming, data communications, network design, and the basics of electronics and sensors. In second year you get into routing and switching, wireless networks, network security, and IoT architecture. Third year includes electives and a capstone project where you work on a real networking or IoT problem, often with an industry partner. Some students choose to add an honours year, which is a fourth year of research training.

Work-integrated learning

Networking and IoT are hands-on fields, so the degree includes practical lab work and a work-integrated learning component. That might be an internship, a placement with a technology company, or an industry-based project. The university has links with Australian organisations that deploy networks and connected systems, and the capstone is your chance to show what you can do. If you are an international student, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while you study, which can help you get local experience. After you graduate, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream lets you stay and work in Australia for a period that depends on your qualification.

Skills you will gain

You will learn to design, build and troubleshoot networks, configure routers and switches, secure IoT devices and data, and write code that connects hardware to software. You will also pick up the documentation and teamwork habits that IT teams expect. The degree is not just about cables and chips; you will think about how networks are managed, how to protect them from attacks, and how to scale them as more devices come online.

Who it suits

This course suits people who like solving practical problems, are curious about how things connect, and want a job in an industry that keeps growing. It is a good fit if you enjoy tinkering with computers, setting up home networks, or building small electronics projects. You do not need to be a networking expert before you start. The degree assumes you are coming from high school or a related diploma, and it builds from the ground up. If you are an international student, you will need to meet English requirements; IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common standard, and the university accepts TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and its own English programmes as equivalents. The Department of Home Affairs also sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa. Tuition fees are published on the CRICOS register. Always check the official page for the most current details on units, fees and intake dates.

• Network administrator
• Network support engineer
• IoT developer
• Systems engineer
• Network security analyst
• Telecommunications technician
• Field service technician for connected systems
• Smart building or industrial IoT integrator
• IT support officer in sectors such as banking, health, logistics, mining and government

Australian industries that hire graduates include telecommunications, cloud and data centre providers, manufacturing, transport and logistics, agriculture technology, energy and utilities, and the public sector. Many graduates start in support or technician roles and move into design or engineering positions as they gain experience. The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream allows eligible graduates to remain in Australia and work after completing the degree.